iggest Jap yet bound for Britain
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Ft-sums] ll plans to beme the first Japanese light mmercial manufacturer to port a 3.5-tonne GVW )del into the UK. The new )del — the Canter — was Inched at the recent Tokyo INV (CM November 23, 85) and is expected in itain around August.
l'he Canter has a relatively
specification including a ree-man cab, front disc ikes, power steering and a wer-assisted clutch. Engine tions in Japan include four .eet-injection diesel units in
eluding a turbocharged version ranging from 48-66kW (64-88hp) .
The final choice of UK model has yet to be announced, although the most likely choice will be a chassis cab which can he bodied in Britain. Sales will be handled by selected dealers in the Colt Car Company's 149 UK. distributor network.
A new version of the Mitsubishi L300 van is also expected to be launched in the UK this year along with ;1 new pickup model.